Repurpose Closet Staples With This A+ Nerd Couple’s Halloween Costume

If you haven’t noticed, we LOVE Halloween over here. While we’re *all* for going above and beyond, sometimes turning to your own closet is the best — and easiest — way to get in the spirit. This nerdy couple’s costume idea does just that. Dust off your favorite old sweaters and button downs then put your pattern-clashing skills to the test. The bolder and goofier the ensemble, the better! There’s no way to go wrong with this A+ costume. Scroll below to see how we get it done.

diy nerd COSTUME for a lady

Materials + Tools:

puffy sleeve button-up shirt

gingham sweater vest

children’s suspenders

tweed skirt

sneakers

aviator sunglasses

headband

fringe earrings

Instructions:

1. Bust out the frames of the glasses.

2. Use children’s suspenders to get the high-waisted look.

3. Style hair in a high sock bun and accentuate it with a thin headband.

4. Top off with a pair of neutral pink fringe earrings or anything over-the-top. Bonus points if they are clip-ons!

diy nerd costume for a gent

Materials + Tools:

puffy sleeve button-up shirt

four different plaid shirts

bold suspenders

high waisted/skinny pants

aviator sunglasses

crazy socks

Instructions:

1. Put on your base shirt.

2. Cut off the right front portion on another shirt, and hot-glue it over the right of the base shirt.

3. Do the same with another shirt for the left side.

4. Remove the pocket of your fourth shirt and apply to the sides of the base shirt.

Sarah is an Editorial Assistant and Midwest native now stationed in San Francisco. You’ll typically find her in a hot yoga class or seeking out a good doughnut spot. She loves rosé, clothing-clad dogs, and anything that’ll keep her from getting too cold.